Comrade Philip Shaibu, the immediate past Deputy
Governor of Edo State says he strongly believed that the Super Eagles world Cup
qualification is still very much alive despite the 1-1 draw at Uyo, Akwa Ibom
State on Tuesday.
Shaibu in a press statement shortly after the game
said he watched the Super Eagles take on Zimbabwe live at the Godswill Akpabio
Stadium, Uyo in the World Cup Qualifier said,” I must say, our “boys” gave
their all on the pitch. The energy, skill, passion, determination, and desire
to win were clear for everyone to see.
According to him, “From the first whistle to the last,
they fought to secure the win, dominating large spells of the game. Though it
ended in a 1-1 draw, one thing is clear—we have a team that is capable of
making it to the World Cup, and I strongly believe we are still on course for
qualification.
“Coach Eric Chelle summed it up perfectly in his
post-match press conference: “We were the best team on the pitch… this is
football.” Yes, mistakes happen, and sometimes, results don’t go the way we
want. But what matters now is how we respond. We have seen teams face setbacks
and still rise to greatness, and Nigeria can do the same.
“With the right mindset, tactical adjustments, and
unwavering support from Nigerians, we can still secure the second-place finish
and book our ticket to the World Cup.
“I want to commend every player who gave their all on
the pitch, the coaching staff for their tireless efforts, and the fans who came
out in numbers to support the team. Football is a journey, and while challenges
will come, true champions are defined by how they rise after a tough moment.
“Now is the time to rally behind our team, to trust
and believe in the process, and to keep pushing forward. The dream is still
alive, and with the right focus, passion, and support, we can achieve our goal.
“Nigeria, let’s stand together! Our Super Eagles will
soar again.”
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